cooking · General Topics · Knitting · Leather

Friday Roundup #18-20

It’s all very exciting! Guess what has arrived today. Yaaay!!! I’m waiting for two more items to arrive tomorrow (deliveries permitting) and I’ll do a full grand opening and review of the contents. I should be able to make these in a day (other half permitting!). So, let’s say two. I have at least shopped… Continue reading Friday Roundup #18-20

Crochet · General Topics · Knitting

Stitch Around the World on Thursday 30th

Ok, so I received this as an email from Lion Brand. I don't know if anyone else was aware of this taking place. There is a Facebook link at the bottom, but I am surprised that Lion Brand don't mention it on their website. Anyway, I thought I would share, in case people are interested.… Continue reading Stitch Around the World on Thursday 30th

Crochet · fused glass · General Topics · Knitting · Leather · Stained Glass

My Favorite Thing (Things) I’ve Made

Following an idea on Nothingbutknit, here are my favourite things. 1. This is my all time favourite in crochet. It took a while to make and was a real challenge for me in yarn and pattern because I was still fairly new to crochet. I gave it to my sister. 2. My second is the… Continue reading My Favorite Thing (Things) I’ve Made

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Yarn and Pattern Nirvana

If you are in the UK, you will know that M&S (Marks and Spencer’s retail/food store) are experts in creating those adverts that make you want their food. Everything looks just so good. And if you are familiar with the cook, Nigella Lawson, and how she explains and shows making a delicious, gooey cake, in… Continue reading Yarn and Pattern Nirvana

Crochet · Crochet Blankets · General Topics · Knitting · work in progress

Friday Roundup #13-20

I was beginning to think this week would not end. It has been all go at work, dealing with actions linked to COVID-19. From the end of next week I drop to a 4-day working week to help see our company through the crisis. But enough about work. It’s the weekend. Yay! I have Billie… Continue reading Friday Roundup #13-20